ORRVALE PRIMARY... The first day of foundation can be a nervous yet exciting one. Eden is no stranger to Orrvale Primary School, following in big brother Arlo's footsteps. From left, Matt, Eden and Cass Billings of Shepparton. Photo: Emma Harrop
THOUSANDS of littles and not-so-littles embarked on the school year of 2025 across the region. For some, it was the first day of foundation, for others for other it was the first day of year 12.
It is estimated over a thousand foundation students donned a school uniform for the first time, with parents eagerly snapping photos on smartphones to keep as treasured memories. Over 700 students have begun their secondary education locally.
ORRVALE PRIMARY… The first day of foundation can be a nervous yet exciting one. Eden is no stranger to Orrvale Primary School, following in big brother Arlo’s footsteps. From left, Matt, Eden and Cass Billings of Shepparton. Photo: Emma HarropFIRST DAY… Student across the region made their way back to school over the last week. For young Finn, with Bianca Gasparroni and Lee Tweedie, it was an exciting day to begin his school career at Orrvale Primary School. Photo: Emma HarropBIG SMILES… Young Posie hopes to make lots of new friends at Orrvale Primary School. From left is Posie Heywood and Chiara Hewetson. Photo: Emma HarropREADY TO GO… While there are often first-day tears, sometimes from parents, many kids are ready to go make new friends and begin their lessons. Pictured are Olivia and Stephanie Martin. Photo: Emma HarropNERVOUS START… Sometimes it is the parents that are more nervous seeing their babies off for their first school drop-off. Pictured are Lily and Aaron Jones. Photo: Emma HarropKINDA BUDDIES… The first day of foundation can be a mix for the new kids at school, some will arrive with all their kindergarten friends, while others will have to make a new set of friends. Best friends Hazel Handley and Penelope Powles are super excited to start their schooling journey together. Photo: Emma Harrop
